put on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To don (clothing, equipment, or the like).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Why don't you put on your jacket. It's cold.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To decorate or dress (something) onto another person or a surface.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To fool, kid, deceive.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “put on” mean?
To don (clothing, equipment, or the like).
Is “put on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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